Associate Transportation Planner (JC-526828)

Caltrans; California (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Caltrans is seeking an Associate Transportation Planner to lead climate adaption and sustainability efforts within Complete Streets initiatives. The role focuses on data gathering, research, and producing planning reports in collaboration with internal and external partners.

You will analyze transportation performance, considering accessibility, equity, air quality, and reliability, and provide technical assistance for competitive grant applications and regional planning efforts.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and reviews of project reports and planning studies in coordination with internal and external partners.
• Data gathering and research, analysis of transportation system performance outputs and outcomes including accessibility, equity, air quality, environment, and reliability.
• Provide technical assistance in core planning areas such as competitive grant applications, system planning, regional planning, etc.
• Excellent analytical, writing, and communication skills.

Job description

Complete Street & Climate Adaption/Sustainability Coordinator

Classification: Associate Transportation Planner

Working Title: Complete Street & Climate Adaption/Sustainability Coordinator

Apply by: 09/02/2026

"At Caltrans, we foster a supportive environment that encourages open communication and mutual respect, empowering you to bring your best ideas forward. Our commitment to work-life balance ensures you have time to recharge and pursue personal passions, while our dedication to job security guarantees a stable and fulfilling career."

About the Position:

Under the direction of the Senior Transportation Planner, as an Associate Transportation Planner you are expected to work independently performing work related to transportation planning with a focus on Climate Adaptation, Sustainability, and Complete Street activities. The position will lead the development and reviews of project reports and planning studies in coordination with internal and external partners as applicable. Activities may include data gathering and research, analysis of transportation system performance outputs and outcomes including accessibility, equity, air quality, environment, and reliability. Additional work may include providing technical assistance in core planning areas such as competitive grant applications, system planning, regional planning, etc. The position requires excellent analytical, writing, and communication skills. The incumbent supports the Department's and District's strategic goals and vision.